Legal Counsel

Toronto - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Corporate Profile

Canada Development Investment Corporation (CDEV) is a self-sustained federal Crown corporation that has become the entity of choice for critical financial transactions needed to help the federal government achieve its goals and maximize the value of its corporate assets. With a more than 40-year long history of operations CDEV has seen its mandate expand over time to provide a breadth of financial advisory services and expertise to support the countrys broader economic objectives.

Acting as a bridge between government objectives and the private sector CDEV is positioned as the Governments centre of excellence for financial advisory and brings a commercial discipline to the evaluation management and divestiture of assets as well as other initiatives it executes in partnership with the Government ofCanada.

CDEV provides a unique and valuable perspective with deep financial expertise to the countrys most complex anddiverse commercial transactions. Headquartered in Toronto with an office in Ottawa and subsidiary offices across the country it is governed by an independent board of directors. CDEV has five key pillars of expertise:

Monetization

Assets

& Funding Solutions

Situations & Strategic Reviews

Economic Reconciliation

CDEVs portfolio represents over $75 billion of assets through eight subsidiaries forming the CDEV Group of Companies. Its high-profile roles in recent years include the purchase and ongoing management of the Trans Mountain pipeline the establishment of the $15-billion Canada Growth Fund and the establishment and operation of the Large Employer Emergency Financing Facility (LEEFF) program which provided over $7 billion in structured bridge financing to large Canadian companies who were impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The CDEV Group of Companies continues to grow with CDEV having been mandated to lead the delivery of the $10-billion federal Indigenous Loan Guarantee Program the $10-billion Large Enterprise Tariff Loan facility and structure a significant financing agreement with Telesat Canadas largest ever space program.

Position Overview

In response to continued growth CDEV is expanding its legal team with the addition of a new Legal Counsel role. This role reports to the Executive Vice President General Counsel and Corporate Secretary working closely with members of CDEVs legal team and the organization more broadly. The role will provide legal support on a broad range of matters and contribute to the effective execution of CDEVs strategic objectives which aim to advance the economic development of Canada through expert financial and commercial expertise including making investments and managing assets that advance Canadas economic growth.

The selected candidate will be based in downtown Toronto currently with a hybrid work option.

Responsibilities

The Legal Counsel will be responsible for:

Providing legal advice and transaction expertise in relation to a variety of projects within the scope of CDEVs mandate.
Advising on structured financing loans loan guarantees equity investments M&A and divestitures.
Advising on Indigenous economic participation.
Negotiating agreements instructing external legal counsel on transaction documents.
Assisting with legal aspects in relation to portfolio management and monitoring.
Playing a key role in any restructurings to the extent necessary.
Anticipating identifying and assisting in managing legal risks.
Planning developing and executing on a variety of complex mandates and innovative projects.
Generally assisting on legal matters as they arise.
Liaising with subsidiaries and building relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Representing CDEV in external meetings as required.
Working on special projects with the Executive Leadership Team as required.

Key Skills and Attributes

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) or Juris Doctor (JD) from a recognized Canadian law school (or equivalent international qualification recognized in Canada).
Membership in good standing with a provincial or territorial law society and entitled to practice law in Canada.
Successful completion of bar admission requirements (including articling or law practice program)
Additional education or certification in areas such as corporate governance public administration or finance is considered an asset.

Legal and Transactional Expertise

Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience leading complex transactions
Strong understanding of corporate/commercial and securities law.
Experience with
Debt and equity financings
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A)
Capital markets and corporate finance
Indigenous equity participation
Sector exposure considered an asset:
Natural resources
Energy
Infrastructure
Telecommunications

Business Acumen and Results Orientation

Demonstrated business acumen and sound commercial judgment
Results-oriented mindset with a focus on accountability and delivering practical high-impact outcomes
Proactive approach to legal advice and decision-making

Relationship Management and Collaboration

Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Collaborative working style with the ability to partner across functions

Communication

Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to convey complex legal concepts clearly to diverse audiences
Skilled in influencing and advising stakeholders at all levels

Personal Effectiveness

High level of professional integrity and ethical judgement
Strong adaptability in a dynamic fast-paced environment

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a collaborative team in a role that requires broad legal expertise strategic insight and excellent judgment. The Legal Counsel will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects including highly sensitive and confidential assignments.

CDEVs employee value proposition is centered on building developing and retaining a high-performing and commercially minded team. As a result of these efforts CDEV earned the Great Place To Work in 2025.

CDEV is committed to fostering a diverse equitable and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals including those who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations Inuit or Métis) members of racialized communities persons with disabilities and people of diverse gender identities expressions and backgrounds.

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and we will work with you if you require accessibility accommodation at any point during the recruitment process provided that you let us know of your needs in advance. Note that only qualified candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

CDEV has partnered with ZSA Legal Recruitment in this apply please send you CV to Orit Sinai at .

Corporate ProfileCanada Development Investment Corporation (CDEV) is a self-sustained federal Crown corporation that has become the entity of choice for critical financial transactions needed to help the federal government achieve its goals and maximize the value of its corporate assets. With a more...